Saturday, 25 May 2013

Tributes to former Barrow and Burnley keeper Thomson

A0145606.jpg HARRY Thomson, a goalkeeper whose European heroics earned him the name ‘God in a Green Jersey’ has died, age 72. (2 comments)

Goalkeeper pens one-year Barrow AFC deal

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BLUEBIRDS boss Dave Bayliss believes he has pulled off a huge coup by swooping to make goalkeeper Tony McMillan his first official summer signing. (2 comments)

Steph excels for Ulverton Harriers

S02604B STEPH Gillies defied hostile weather conditions to emerge as one of Hoad Hill Harriers’ star performers in this year’s Dentdale Run.

Maiden win for Barrow rally ace Williams

S02162B COOL-HEADED co-driver Chris Williams celebrated victory in his first rally alongside Alex Allingham in the Mid Wales Stages.

Harrison boost for Barrow Raiders

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INSPIRATIONAL skipper Liam Harrison has given Barrow Raiders a massive fitness boost ahead of Sunday’s derby crunch at Whitehaven.

New youth structure brought under Barrow AFC banner

50044033B010 THE long-term future of Barrow AFC is looking brighter after the cream of the area’s talented young footballers were taken under the Holker Street banner. (14 comments)

Match gold for Furness angler John

EM Furness Fishing Association beach section ANGLERS braved the cold conditions to compete in the Furness Fishing Association beach section’s opening match of the season – the Committee Shield.

Tamworth in for ex-Barrow AFC man Baker

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DEPARTED Barrow AFC midfielder Richie Baker has been offered the chance to resume his Conference Premier career with Midlands outfit Tamworth. (3 comments)

Gridiron going tough with Walney Terriers

50044905B004 EVENING Mail reporter and one-time rugby league player JONATHAN HUMPHRIES donned the shoulder pads and a helmet for an American Football training session at Walney Terriers’ new Hawcoat Park base

Barrow Olympic ace ups World Championship preparations

S85097B.jpg OLYMPIC distance runner Chris Thompson is heading for altitude in a bid to boost his preparations for this summer’s World Championships in Moscow.

Euan burns to victory in Malcom Wilson Rally

EM Malcolm Wilson Rally 2013/50045206B000.jpg_009.jpg A BLISTERING run through Grizedale Forest propelled Euan Thorburn to a first Malcolm Wilson Rally title.

Barrow kick-boxer wins two England call-ups

50044262B000 COMBAT maestro Tom Younger has kicked his way on to two England teams in the space of a month.

South Cumbria rally ace McClure gearing up for new challenge

50041854B010.jpg YOUNG race ace Aaron McClure will climb the next step on the ladder towards the British Rally Championship this year.

Dalton speedway ace Roynon's World Cup aim

T162168.jpg THE lure of a World Cup call-up is driving speedway ace Adam Roynon on this season. (1 comment)

Mini RL maestros in action on Walney

50044597B022 A SWARM of junior RL sides descended on Central Drive as preparations for the upcoming Furness Coaching Association season continue apace.

Furness gymnasts land nine-medal haul

S01040B FURNESS gymnasts used home advantage to the full as they won nine medals at the latest tournament.

Barrow table tennis aces shine at county championships

50044401B000 MEMBERS of Barrow Table Tennis Club came back with four titles from the Cumbria Schools Individual Championships at Kirkby Stephen. (1 comment)

Barrow privateer Stewart lands Isle of Man TT deal

S00854B.jpg dab stewart EVERYTHING looks to be in place for Dan Stewart’s best ever TT after he signed up for former leading British Superbike Championship Team and current Macau Grand Prix champions SMT.

Amateur football

Oxley fires Furness Rovers to trophy

50048299B000.jpg stoggy A SECOND half Andrew Oxley hat-trick won the B & D Motors Paul Wilson Memorial Trophy for Furness Rovers reserves as another game against Premier Division opposition proved to be one too much for Askam United reserves.

Barrow boxing pro Liam spars with Scottish star

50044064B016 THE atmosphere was friendly and the banter light-hearted. But when the two fighters heard that first bell sound, you could tell it was business time.

Haverigg and Ulverston cricket girls head to UAE

50044457B000.jpg cricket TWO immensely talented teenage cricketers are heading to the heat of the Middle East to compete in a major six-day tournament.

Cumbria Cup joy for Hawcoat against Carlisle

EM Junior Rugby - Hawcoat Park Rugby Union V Carlise U14s/50044358B000.jpg_001.jpg HAWCOAT Park reached the last four of the Cumbria Cup with a hard-fought victory over Carlisle.

Askam fall under Stanley Rangers’ spell

EM Askam V Stanley Rangers U14s/50044357B000.jpg_002.jpg ASKAM Under-14s bowed out of the BARLA National Cup despite a spirited display against Wakefield’s Stanley Rangers.

Amateur RL news

Millom coach Anthony ‘honoured’ to play a part in this special year

50048312B015 WITH Millom RLFC celebrating its 140th anniversary this year, amateur rugby league writer PADDY McATEER caught up with Woollybacks player/coach Anthony Murray, the former Barrow RL playmaker

Barrow CC seeking new pro

50020423B005.jpg BARROW CC are looking for a new professional after first-choice Australian Travis Head proved too good for his homeland to let go.

Askam's Emily represents England in Czech Republic

50044401B010 PADDLE-POWERED table tennis ace Emily Bolton has jetted out to the Czech Republic to represent her country.

Performance key for Furness footballers

EM Furness Football Performance Centre V Wattsfield - Under 12s/50044033B000.jpg_004.jpg SOUTH Cumbria’s brightest young footballing talents were on show at Holker Street for the Furness Football Performance Centre. (2 comments)

Dalton thrown to the Wolves in RL National Cup

EM Dalton u16s V Westgate Wolves/50044034B000.jpg_004.jpg DALTON put themselves to the test and found out what national junior rugby is all about in a tough encounter against Westgate Wolves.

Roose kids Tri out golf

50043687B004 PGA golf professional Paul Rawlinson is busy getting the area’s youngsters into the swing of the sport.

Moor the merrier as Lindal are reinstated to cricket top flight

50034068B000.jpg LINDAL Moor chiefs say their are “honoured” to have been reinstated to the North Lancs and Cumbria Cricket League Premier Divisionfollowing Appleby Eden’s shock resignation.

Other sports

Barrow-born Olympian prepares for World Championships

S85097B.jpg DISTANCE ace Chris Thompson plans to return to the scene of his Olympic Games bow as he prepares for this summer’s World Championships.

Barrow boys pack a punch, take two titles

50043456B012 BARROW Amateur Boxing Club fighters emerged with two regional belts after a tough night of pugilism in Grange. (1 comment)

Challenge Cup draw comes to Millom

50043451B000.jpg cup MILLOM rugby league club, the oldest amateur team in the world, celebrated their 140th anniversary by hosting the second round draw of the Rugby League Challenge Cup.

Barrow Raiders pack a punch

50042404B009 THE gloves were off as Barrow Raiders took to the gym for an intense boxing training session.

Barrow Raiders swap their boots for bikes

50042682B001 BARROW Raiders swapped boots for bikes in their latest workout session.

Cricket

Millom captain puts faith in rookies

GRAHAM Dawson is hoping his Millom young guns can transfer their winning cup form into the league, ahead of a massive bank holiday double-header.

Evening Mail Sport Review of the Year Part Three: July to September

50035889B007.jpg THE Evening Mail sportsdesk team take a look back on the events of 2012 in the third installment of our four-part review of the year

Evening Mail Sport Review of the Year Part Four: October to November

THE Evening Mail sportsdesk team take a look back on the events of 2012 in the fourth and final installment of our four-part review of the year

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